lightproof

Definition of lightproofnext

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Adjective
  • This clear coat creates a waterproof barrier that protects the deck’s surface from UV exposure, moisture damage, rot, mold, and mildew.
    Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2026
  • This versatile 2-in-1 pet car seat seamlessly transitions from a secure car seat to a cozy bed, featuring waterproof fabric and adjustable safety belts for worry-free transit.
    Rachel Cortez, USA Today, 10 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • Inside of the massive buildings, hundreds of servers hum within gigantic soundproof and waterproof chambers.
    Jessica Hill, Fortune, 9 Apr. 2026
  • The interior common door [had been] flimsy and not very soundproof.
    Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 30 Mar. 2026
Adjective
  • The 1984 Olympics had a relatively airtight contract that protected taxpayers, but that’s not the case this time.
    Susan Shelley, Daily News, 18 Feb. 2026
  • If De La Cruz is better to his left because Hayes is on his right, the infield should be relatively airtight with second baseman Matt McLain and Spencer Steer, who has quickly become an exceptional defensive first baseman.
    C. Trent Rosecrans, New York Times, 31 July 2025
Adjective
  • Tunnels are also not truly watertight, requiring drainage measures like sump pumps and creating maintenance and reliability issues, the group advised.
    Skyler Swisher, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 Feb. 2026
  • Shots and goals from fast breaks in the Premier League since 2018-19 Brentford set up to hit Sunderland on counter-attacks, knowing how Le Bris’ side can defend for long periods and are watertight, conceding just three in their past five before coming to south-west London.
    Liam Tharme, New York Times, 8 Jan. 2026
Adjective
  • Awabi interprets and expresses algae colors according to her ancestors’ hermetic aesthetics.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 23 Feb. 2026
  • The mystery deepens when the strangers turn up the ranch owned by the hermetic Kennedy (Thomas M. Wright), who lives alone with his mixed-race son Philomac (Pedrea Jackson).
    Damon Wise, Deadline, 17 Feb. 2026
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“Lightproof.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lightproof. Accessed 19 Apr. 2026.

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